Local Foods Coordinator.
 University of Arkansas | |
 United States, Arkansas, Little Rock | |
| 2801 South University Avenue (Show on map) | |
 Aug 18, 2025 | |
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Closing Date: 08/18/2025 Type of Position:ResearchersWorkstudy Position: Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. 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Department:Horticulture * Associate ProfessorDepartment's Website: https://www.uaex.uada.edu/business-communities/local-foods/default.aspx https://www.uaex.uada.edu/farm-ranch/crops-commercial-horticulture/horticulture/arkansas-produce-safety/ Summary of Job Duties:Assist the Local, Regional, Safe Foods team in developing new educational and technical assistance resources for externally funded projects and local needs, specifically supporting grant-funded initiatives * Support training efforts and provide collaborative assistance to county extension agents and related programs * Conduct outreach to new and existing community partners including producers, retailers, distributors, and institutional buyers * Help maintain a comprehensive database of local food system stakeholders and assets to inform project planning and implementation Project Coordination & Administrative Support * Coordinate site visits, respond to technical assistance requests (via phone and email), and organize training meetings for internal and external stakeholders * Facilitate communication between project team members, funded entities and agencies Manage meeting logistics, including scheduling, agenda creation, note-taking, and follow-up communications * Maintain calendars, track deadlines, and assist with administrative planning for project activities * Support data collection, reporting, and documentation of project milestones * Assist in managing communications across platforms, including email updates, newsletters, promotional content, and social media, as appropriate * Prepare and distribute educational materials, press releases, and web content * Monitor program implementation; support collaborators and county agents; and coordinate logistics for team activities * Support tracking and evaluation of technical assistance efforts * Assist in evaluating infrastructure needs (e.g., aggregation, storage, transportation) for grant awardees and support related planning efforts * Help identify and prepare funding proposals and manage budgets in coordination with project leads; assist in tracking grant deliverables and financial reporting Evaluation & Impact Measurement * Support the development and implementation of tools to assess program outcomes and stakeholder impact * Collect and analyze program data; prepare evaluation reports and presentations to communicate key findings * Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying challenges and making recommendations for program enhancements Event Planning & Facilitation * Plan, coordinate, and facilitate workshops, community forums, and stakeholder meetings * Support event logistics including registration, materials preparation, venue setup, and documentation of outcomes Travel to farms, facilities, conferences, and meetings both in-state and out-of-state as needed (approximately 20% travel). Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in a relevent field is required. Relevant fields include agricultural Preferred Qualifications * Understanding of agricultural economics, retail management, supply chain development, specialty cropmarketin g, food safety audits/inspections, produce packing facilities, and urban agriculture Additional Information: For technical assistance with the application process, please email humanresources@uada.edu Salary Information: Required Documents to Apply: Optional Documents: Recruitment Contact Information: All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Child Maltreatment, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender RegistryThe University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity:Driving, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking Frequent Physical Activity:Balancing, Climbing, Crawling, Crouching, Driving, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking Occasional Physical Activity:Balancing, Climbing, Crawling, Crouching, Driving, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking Benefits Eligible:Yes | |